The 2023 U.S. Open is right around the corner, and after a summer of exciting Grand Slam events, this tournament promises to offer a thrilling conclusion to the tennis season.

Here on Betway Insider, we recognize that fans have questions about the upcoming tournament. So, let’s take a moment to go over some important facts about the U.S. Open that will help get you prepared for late August, when play begins.

When is the US Open Tennis 2023 Tournament?

The 2023 U.S. Tennis Open tournament will take place from Aug. 28 through Sept. 10. The first match begins at 11 a.m. ET on Aug. 28, and the last match (the men’s final) is scheduled for Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. ET.

Where is the US Open Tennis played?

Every year, the U.S. Open is held in Flushing Meadows, a neighborhood in the New York borough of Queens. The event is held at the United States Tennis Association’s (USTA) Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

Who won the US Open 2022 tennis tournament?

Carlos Alcaraz won the 2022 U.S. Open men’s singles title by defeating Casper Ruud 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 (7-1), 6-3. It was Alcaraz’s first major tournament championship.

Iga Swiatek defeated Ons Jabeur to win the 2022 U.S. Open women’s singles title, prevailing by a 6-2, 7-5 (7-5) score. With the victory, Swiatek earned her second career Grand Slam event title.

The duo of Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury won the 2022 U.S. Open men’s doubles tournament, defeating Wesley Koolhof and Neal Skupski in the final, 7-6 (7-4), 7-5).

The 2022 U.S. Open women’s doubles title was won by the pair of Barbora Krejcikova and Katerina Siniakova, who triumphed over Caty McNally and Taylor Townsend, 3-6, 7-5, 6-1.

How many players are in the US Open tennis tournament?

A total of 128 men and 128 women take part in the U.S. Open each year. All 256 players begin play in the first round, and the tournament takes seven rounds to determine a champion.

How to watch US Open tennis 2023?

ESPN owns the rights to broadcast both the men’s and women’s matches at the U.S. Open.

What channel is the US Open on?

Most of the later-round matches will be available on ESPN or ESPN2, while many of the early matches will also be shown on ESPN+ (ESPN’s streaming subscription service).

When is the US Open draw?

The U.S. Open qualifying draws are made during the week of Aug. 22. According to USOpen.org, the 2023 US Open main singles draws for the tournament will be revealed on Aug. 25.

How many sets are in the US Open tennis matches?

For men’s singles, matches are best-of-five sets, or first player to win three. For women’s singles, matches are best-of-three sets, or first to two.

For both men’s and women’s doubles, matches are best-of-three sets, or first to two.

How many rounds are in the US Open tennis?

Both the men’s and women’s singles tournaments total seven rounds. On each side, the 128 players who begin the tournament are reduced to one winner.

Is Novak Djokovic playing in the US Open?

Yes, Novak Djokovic is playing at the 2023 U.S. Open. According to Betway’s tennis odds, Djokovic is the second favorite to win the U.S. Open at +150. Reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz is the favorite at +125.

Is Roger Federer playing in the US Open?

No, Roger Federer is not playing at the 2023 U.S. Open. Federer announced his retirement in 2022. He made his final appearance in a Laver Cup doubles match alongside longtime rival Rafael Nadal.

Is Caroline Wozniacki playing in the US Open?

Yes, Caroline Wozniacki will be playing in 2023. She will be awarded a main-draw wild card entry.

Who are the favorites to win the 2023 US Open tennis tournament?

According to odds provided by Betway, defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is the 2023 U.S. Open men’s betting favorite at +125. Novak Djokovic is second at +150, followed by 2021 winner Daniil Medvedev at +450. Three Americans are tied at +3300: Frances Tiafoe, Sebastian Korda, and Taylor Fritz.

Defending champion Iga Swiatek is the betting favorite at Betway to win the 2023 U.S. Open women’s singles title at +250. Aryna Sabalenka is second at +500, followed by Elena Rybakina at +600. Coco Gauff has the best odds of any American woman at +1200. 

How to qualify for the US Open tennis tournament?

A total of 128 players compete in both the men’s and women’s U.S. Open tournaments. The top 104 players in the ATP and WTA rankings automatically qualify for the main draw. While most of those 104 accept entry, some can’t play due to injuries or personal/political issues.

During the week before the main event, a group of 128 players compete in a qualifying tournament for 16 reserved spots. Famously, Emma Raducanu was a 2021 U.S. Open qualifier who went on to win the whole tournament.

The remaining eight spots are given out as wild cards to a mix of older players/legends, young players, players coming off injuries, and others.

How much is the US Open Tennis prize money?

The total prize money at the 2023 U.S. Open will be a record $65 million, up from $60 million in 2022. The U.S. Open famously pays both men and women the same amount of prize money.

Both singles champions will get $3 million for winning -- up from $2.6 million in 2022.

How much are US Open tennis tickets?

Reserved seats at the U.S. Open can go from anywhere between $90 to $200, according to Ticketmaster. The median price is just over $100.

How many times has an American won the US Open tennis tournament?

Including the amateur era, the U.S. Open men’s singles tournament has been won by Americans 85 out of a possible 142 times. If we count only the post-1968 Open Era, the U.S. Open men’s tournament has ended with an American winner 19 times.

Including the amateur era, the U.S. Open women’s singles tournament has been won by Americans 67 out of a possible 136 times. If we just count only the post-1968 Open Era, the U.S. Open women’s tournament has ended with an American winner 25 times.

When was the last time an international player won the US Open tennis tournament?

In 2022, Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz won the U.S. Open men’s singles title, while Poland’s Iga Swiatek won the women’s title.

Who holds the record for US Open tennis championships?

Including the amateur era, Americans Bill Tilden, William Larned, and Richard Sears share the record for the most U.S. Open men’s titles with seven each. In the post-1968 Open Era, Americans Pete Sampras and Jimmy Connors are tied with Switzerland’s Roger Federer at five titles apiece.

On the women’s side, during the amateur era, Norwegian-American dual citizen Molla Bjurstedt Mallory set the record for most U.S. Open titles with eight. In the Open Era, Americans Chris Evert and Serena Williams are tied with six apiece.

What to wear to the US Open tennis tournament?

Weather during the U.S. Open is often hot, muggy, and humid, so it’s best to dress light. However, some of the later-round matches go into the middle of September and are played at night, when warmer clothing might be in order.

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